Forest Bathing: Belair

‘When we remove ourselves from the busyness, slow down and tune into the natural environment answers emerge.’ Liza Pullman

Forest bathing combines the benefits of embodied practices with mindfulness, and the benefits of psychology and social connection - all in a natural setting. It is very low impact, not strenuous hiking.

With a focus on slowing down and awakening the senses, this restorative wellness practice involves a series of guided invitations to help relax, slow down, become present and make contact with nature. The experience invites room for listening, healing and reflection, for quiet and accepting presence, and for inquiry through all the senses, in a non-judgmental setting.

Simply being out in nature provides a healing, grounded and connective experience. The practice of Forest Bathing fosters a deeper more intentional connection with nature and ourselves.

A qualified guide combines all these elements and ensure the experience is safe, supported and inspiring. Each experience lasts 2.5 - 3 hours but we not go more than a kilometre.

If you are overwhelmed by the noise and 'busyness' of modern life, then come along to destress, relax, restore and reconnect.

This practice is also known as shinrin yoku, or forest or nature therapy.

Benefits

Research shows that there are many important benefits from experiencing nature, whether incidental or intentional, for mental, physical and social health – our general wellbeing. Benefits include: boosting the immune system, improving mood, decreasing blood pressure, inflammation and blood sugar, restoring attention, reducing headaches, reducing stress, anxiety and fatigue, which contribute to improved sleep and much more.

Like yoga and meditation, the benefits of this practice are enhanced and deepened through regular practice.

Testimonials

It was such a profoundly restorative process for me. I literally felt like I'd had a 2.5 hour massage - and I regularly think back to the beautiful experience. I would never have imagined this!

Niki

If you’re feeling stressed, tired, worn out from the business of life, I can highly recommend the Nature Wellness Experience

Jason

This experience is worth a few hours of your time. It brings your mind to a standstill and opens it to the nature around you. You start noticing things you may not have seen, touched or heard before. You CONNECT to a whole different level.

Marie

Alex has a lovely manner for leading these. It's a beautiful, relaxing and calming experience.

Meredith

About me

I am the first certified 'Forest Therapy Guide' in South Australia, with the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy Guides and Programs.

I am also studying a Masters Research project in environmental psychology, specialising in nature and wellbeing.

I believe that nature connection is a positive pathway to wellbeing for both people and planet.

FAQs

What if the weather is too hot/cold/wet?

Walks will be cancelled via email if the temperature is forecast to be 34C or above on the day before the event, or if the weather forecast is too severe in any other way. An email confirmation will be sent the day before to confirm whether or not the event will go ahead.

What are my transport/parking options for getting to and from the event?